Faculty of Law
Department of Law
The Department of Law at Medicina Alternativa Sri Lanka plays a crucial role in bridging legal education with the field of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). This integration ensures compliance with national and international regulations, upholds ethical standards, and strengthens the legal framework governing CAM practices.
News and Events
National Summit for System Change-2024: Legal Reforms
Chairman Prof. Dr. Lakshman Madurasinghe Addressing the Congress
Academic Programs
- Certificate Level
- Diploma Level
- Degree Level
- Masters
- Ph.D./LL.D.
Research & Policy Development
We actively contribute to the legal evolution of CAM by:
- Analyzing existing laws and policies related to alternative medicine.
- Proposing legislative reforms for enhanced regulatory clarity.
- Advocating for the recognition and integration of CAM practices in legal and healthcare frameworks.
Center for Ethical and Legal Studies in Indigenous Medicine
The Center focuses on the legal, ethical, and policy aspects of traditional and indigenous healing practices. It aims to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, uphold ethical standards, and promote the integration of indigenous medicine within national and international healthcare systems.
- Seminars and Workshops
- International Journal on Ethical and Legal Studies in Indigenous Medicine
- International Conference
Therapeutic Jurisprudence
“Law as a Healing Agent”
Therapeutic Jurisprudence Centre
The Therapeutic Jurisprudence Centre within the Law Faculty is dedicated to promoting Therapeutic Jurisprudence (TJ)—the study of how laws and legal procedures impact the well-being of individuals interacting with the justice system. Our focus areas include:
- Supporting legal and interdisciplinary research on TJ.
- Identifying and promoting best judicial and professional practices.
- Organizing conferences, workshops, and public education initiatives.
- Enhancing legal procedures to promote positive outcomes in criminal law, family law, and juvenile justice.
Advanced Studies in Therapeutic Jurisprudence
Our Advanced Studies in Therapeutic Jurisprudence course provides an in-depth exploration of TJ principles, its evolution, and its practical application across various legal fields. This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in criminal law, juvenile justice, corrections, and rehabilitation.
Key Learning Areas:
- Legal counseling through a therapeutic lens
- The role of TJ in family law and tort law
- Criminal law, juvenile law, and offender rehabilitation
- Re-entry from prison and reintegration into society
Join us in shaping a legal system that prioritizes justice with compassion and well-being.
Legal Board in Sri Lanka
Senior Prof. Dr Lakshman Madurasinghe
Chairman Medicina Alternativa Alma Ata MSc., PhD., ThD., LLD., D Litt ., Attorney-at-Law
Dr. Dayantha Laksiri Mendis (Head of Law Faculty)
LLB (Cey)., M Phil ( Cantab), PhD., Attorney-At-Law
Justice Kumar Ekaratne (Deputy Head of Law Faculty)
Attorney-at-Law., BA., MSc, LLM Former High Court Judge Colombo
Fr.Dr Noel Dias (Senior Lecturer)
Attorney-at-Law., LLM(Lond)., M Phil (Col)., PhD (Wales)
